A review by peixotodust
We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story, by Simu Liu
5.0
I never wanted this book to end.
I’ve been a huge fan of Simu since watching Kim’s Convenience so when he was introduced as Shang Chi, I screamed. And then he announced his book and I just couldn’t believe how talented he is.
Hearing his story felt so relatable even though we are of different nationalities but the similarities of immigrant parents was so true. The feelings of having to prove yourself to your parents, to exceed their expectations while also trying to fulfill your own.
I applaud him for sharing his story and I hope he continues to write because he has such a gift.
Reread: Read it again along with the audiobook and absolutely loved the way Simu reads his own memoir. You can tell when something pains him and makes you feel the same emotions he felt during that time. So beautifully done.
I’ve been a huge fan of Simu since watching Kim’s Convenience so when he was introduced as Shang Chi, I screamed. And then he announced his book and I just couldn’t believe how talented he is.
Hearing his story felt so relatable even though we are of different nationalities but the similarities of immigrant parents was so true. The feelings of having to prove yourself to your parents, to exceed their expectations while also trying to fulfill your own.
I applaud him for sharing his story and I hope he continues to write because he has such a gift.
Reread: Read it again along with the audiobook and absolutely loved the way Simu reads his own memoir. You can tell when something pains him and makes you feel the same emotions he felt during that time. So beautifully done.